As we all know, laughter is the best medicine and sometimes a good book is just what you need. Are you a fan of comedians? They’ve written plenty of hilarious reads, including memoirs by Tina Fey and Judd Apatow. If you prefer novels, there are funny books to choose from in every genre. From funny sci-fi books to romantic comedies, you’ll catch yourself giggling at unexpected one liners and hilarious plotlines.
These books contain lists upon lists of jokes that are sure to get a chuckle out of you, but maybe an eye roll from others—either way, entertainment is a definite. Keep scrolling to find a list of funny books that's just right for you.
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“With a pencil and paper I could revise the world.”—Alison Lurie
“Books are a uniquely portable magic.” – Stephen King
Take a moment to reflect and reexamine life.
By Kara Brand
Think you know everything about the Peanuts gang? Think again.
The cutting political critique still stings 75 years later.
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"Check out" these funny jokes and one-liners.
The 90-year-old author passed away in New York City.
“Trifles make the sum of life."